Senior Human Resources Generalist

At a Glance

Legrand has an exciting opportunity for a Senior HR Generalist to join the Data Center Power & Control Division in Canonsburg, PA. This position is responsible for providing comprehensive HR support to actively contribute to programs and processes in the areas of recruitment, talent management, training, career development, employee relations, and compliance with all state/federal laws and all government agencies.

What Will You Do?

• Partner with the HR Manager to support supervisors, managers, and other leaders of the organization to achieve business objectives through the HR function.
• Partners with Talent Acquisition to recruit for salaried roles; including creating job descriptions, sourcing, interviewing, and working with hiring managers to ensure the most qualified candidate is selected. 
• Provides one-on-one coaching and career development counsel to managers and employees. 
• Advises managers with regard to disciplinary action, company policies, procedures, and practices.
• Maintains knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures, and state and federal labor laws applicable to assigned areas of responsibility. 
• Presents HR-related topics in monthly plant meetings to the operations team.
• Responds to, investigate, and resolve employee complaints and employee relations issues, such as equal opportunity and harassment claims, and resolve conflict resolution strategies.
• Administers leave of absence programs including but not limited to; FMLA and short-term disability.
• Assists the Human Resources department on other assignments and/or special projects as requested.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Required Skills

Education/Experience:  

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree or HR certification preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in a Human Resources generalist role.
• Previous experience with recruiting professional/exempt level roles.
• Previous experience in supporting a large hourly workforce.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities: 

• Able to influence, build trust, and manage conflict. 
• Ability to take initiative; strong analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships, attract candidates, and make selection decisions.
• Ability to use MS Outlook, Word, and Excel proficiently.
• Knowledge of behavioral-based interviewing techniques.
• Excellent organizational skills, facilitation skills, and solid knowledge of HR-related laws and regulations. 
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working and running reports in an HRIS system.
• Capability of working with an applicant tracking system.

About Legrand

Representing more than 150 years of innovation, Legrand is the global specialist in electrical and digital building infrastructures. Our purpose is improving lives by transforming the spaces where people live, work and meet with electrical and digital infrastructures and connected solutions that are simple, innovative and sustainable. Every day, over 39,000 Legrand employees work hard to enhance the buildings of tomorrow. Legrand is a global, publicly traded company listed on the Euronext (Legrand SA EPA: LR) with revenue of €7 billion, and products sold in 180 countries. For more information, visit www.legrandgroup.com/en

About Legrand North and Central America

Legrand North and Central America (LNCA) employs over 6,500 associates in 50 locations, working across six divisions/sector: Audio Visual, Building Controls Systems, Data Power and Controls, Electrical Wiring Systems, and Lighting.  We hold a leading position in every North American market we serve and focus on exceeding our customers’ needs within the commercial, residential, and industrial industries. LNCA offers comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as distinctive benefits like a high employer 401K match, above-benchmark paid maternity and parental leave, paid time off to volunteer, and an active/growing Employee Resource Group network.  LNCA is an employee-centered, growing company with tremendous opportunity.  For more information, visit legrand.us

About Legrand’s Data Center Power and Control Division

The industry-leading brands of Approved Networks, Ortronics, Raritan, Server Technology, and Starline empower Legrand’s Data, Power & Control to produce innovative solutions for data centers, building networks, and facility infrastructures. Our division designs, manufactures, and markets world-class products for a more productive and sustainable future. The exceptional reliability of our technologies results from decades of proven performance and a dedication to research and development. 

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